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An acoustic beam simulation makes use of ultrasonic beams that are used in a phased array (PA) ultrasonic, which is considered to be an advanced method of ultrasonic testing.This method is better at finding flaws in manufactured materials such as welds. The acoustic beam simulation mimics how the ultrasonic beam in a PA probe can be focused and...
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Curing Compound

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A curing compound is a liquid substance that is added as a surface coating on freshly installed concrete. Curing compounds are used to reduce the loss of water or heat in order to create ideal conditions that are favourable to the concrete formation.

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Moisture content and environmental temperature are vital to the setting of concrete. Due to cement being a hydraulic substance, water allows it to gain strength. Therefore, too much or too little water present during the setting of concrete can be detrimental. Curing compounds are used to facilitate such moisture precision levels and corresponding temperature rates.